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Donor Spotlight: Lockheed Martin

Donor Spotlight: Lockheed Martin

Jun 1, 2023

More than $1,000,000 donated to improve the lives of military families through restorative programs and advocacy.

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Failure to Cover Treatment for Eating Disorders Puts Military Families at Risk

Failure to Cover Treatment for Eating Disorders Puts Military Families at Risk

May 23, 2023

Inaction by military health care providers leaves military families, who are at a higher risk to develop eating disorders, without help or treatment options. We demand better.

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Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

May 16, 2023

Army unveils new child care pilot program for Guard and Reserve families with plans to expand.

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I’ll Be There for You: Military Spouse Friendships

I’ll Be There for You: Military Spouse Friendships

May 11, 2023

Military Spouses share a collective experience in the military journey which is made stronger through friendship.

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National Military Family Association State of the Military Family Summit 2023

National Military Family Association State of the Military Family Summit 2023

Apr 27, 2023

From military spouses advocating for policy change to military teens discussing how growing up in a military family shaped their idea of service, the event highlighted the importance of service both in and out of uniform.

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How to Use the GI Bill as a Dependent

How to Use the GI Bill as a Dependent

Apr 23, 2023

Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits can be transferred to spouses or dependent children after meeting certain eligibility requirements.

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Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Apr 18, 2023

Since 2008, Fisher House Foundation has supported 2,300 military spouses through NMFA’s Military Spouse Education and Employment Program.

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How WIC and SNAP Can Help Your Military Family

How WIC and SNAP Can Help Your Military Family

Apr 9, 2023

Learn more about federal nutrition assistance programs, SNAP and WIC, and how they can be a resource for military families.

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Donor Spotlight: Wounded Warrior Project

Donor Spotlight: Wounded Warrior Project

Mar 22, 2023

Wounded Warrior Project stands out as the longest contributing partner of NMFA’s Operation Purple Program, and we couldn’t be more grateful. 

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50 Years in the Making: The Final Elimination of the Widow’s Tax

50 Years in the Making: The Final Elimination of the Widow’s Tax

Jan 23, 2023

The creation of the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) in 1972 was NMFA’s first legislative success.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Mission

Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Research + Insights

Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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Leadership + Staff

Experts guiding NMFA’s mission & strategy.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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Supporters

Corporate & individual supporter recognition.
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Video Newsletters

Monthly video newsletters with family insights.
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Financials

Nonprofit financial transparency: reports, audits, tax documents.
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Testimonials

Stories highlighting impact of support programs.
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Press

Latest news, announcements, & media resources.
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Careers

Flexible, collaborative workplace strengthening military families.
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Bloom Military Teen Program

Inspiring military teens through storytelling & community.
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Operation Purple® Camp

Free camps supporting military kids’ well-being.
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Operation Purple® Summer Challenge

Family fun, adventure, STEM, & connection.
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Spouse Scholarships + Careers

Education, career, & business funding opportunities.
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Adoption

Adoption information & benefits for military families.
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Deployment

Guidance for before, during, after deployment.
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Kids Education

Tools for navigating military child education.
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Military Family News

News & updates affecting military families.
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Leave Options for Military Families

Explains Paid Family Leave & eligibility.
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Relocation + PCS

Resources easing military PCS moving stress.
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Child Care

Child care challenges & support priorities.
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EFMP + Special Needs

Support, referrals, & services for families.
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Licensing + Certification

Military spouse licensing challenges & resources.
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Separation + Divorce

Military separation & divorce resources.
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Policy Issues

Highlighting & acting on family priorities.
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Ways To Give

Give now to strengthen military families.
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Planned Giving

Planned gifts sustain support for families.
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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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